Wikiloc | Mt Tzou, Nevilane to Jitka's Bench Loop (Duncan)

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Distance: 6.15 mi
Elevation gain: 1,496 ft
Technical difficulty: Difficult
Elevation loss: 1,496 ft
Max elevation: 1,480 ft
TrailRank: 62
Min elevation: 1,480 ft
Trail type: Loop

Moving time: 2 hours 37 minutes
Time: 3 hours 27 minutes
Coordinates: 1675
Uploaded: November 19, 2020
Recorded: November 2020

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near Maple Bay, British Columbia (Canada)

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This is a challenging hike through the Mount Tzouhalem Forest Reserve leading to a great view at "Jitka's Bench" which overlooks Birds Eye Cove in Maple Bay.

The outbound leg of this hike is a real cardio challenge while the inbound is less so due to the plentiful number of switchbacks. Walking in the forest always makes for a great day but the scenery is the same on both the outbound and inbound legs of the hike. So, if you want a less challenging way to get to the view then just use the inbound leg of this hike for your route.

WARNING: these trails are shared with mountain bikers so be aware of bike traffic!

You will find a decent map of the trails mentioned above at:
https://mtzoo.files.wordpress.com/2017/05/mtzoo-geomap-basic.pdf

The Retreads Hiking Club gives this hike an AVA rating of 3 C but beware that the outbound leg is 4 km's of steady 11% grade.

Looking for a hike in the Cowichan Valley? Or, looking for hiking companions? Google "Retreads Hiking Club CVRD".